> At a Glance
> – KATSEYE landed two 2026 Grammy nominations: Best New Artist and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance
> – The six-member girl group formed via Netflix’s Pop Star Academy: KATSEYE after the 2023 Dream Academy series
> – Why it matters: The rookie act beat industry odds, turning a reality-show origin into major awards recognition within two years
KATSEYE woke up Grammy contenders. After dropping their debut EP SIS (Soft Is Strong) and launching the sold-out Beautiful Chaos Tour, the globe-spanning sextet learned they’ll compete for two trophies at the 2026 ceremony.
From Reality TV to Recording Academy Recognition
**Sophia Laforteza says the idea of a nomination once made the group laugh.
> “We literally were like, ‘Girl, what are you talking about?'” she tells Sophia A. Reynolds from Mexico City. “When we watched the livestream, we died.”
The members-Lara Raj, Daniela Avanzini, Manon Bannerman, Megan Skiendiel, Yoonchae Jeung, and Laforteza-credit their K-pop-style training for the rapid rise.
What the Nominations Mean to Them
Lara Raj calls the recognition “the biggest, biggest honor.”
> “So many people nominated are the reason that we are artists in the first place,” she explains. “The nomination itself means everything to us.”
If they win, the plan is simple:
- Call their parents first
- Celebrate with a six-member party
- Maybe sneak in a celebratory nap after the show
Next Up: New Music, Bigger Stages
The group is already teasing fresh tracks and eyeing headline festival slots beyond their booked 2026 Coachella and Lollapalooza gigs. A full-length album and a wider world tour top their wish list.
Key Takeaways
- KATSEYE earned Grammy recognition only two years post-debut
- The act bridges K-pop training with Western pop appeal
- Fans can expect new music, bigger tours, and continued advocacy beyond the stage
For now, the six singers are savoring the moment-and prepping their acceptance speeches, just in case.
